The proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, and the large language models (LLMs) that underpin them, have been alarming anti-AI advocates, particularly as ChatGPT — and its ilk — skyrocketed in popularity this year.
A new study conducted by the UK Department of Education implies that the fearful cries of “Ah, AI is coming after our jobs!” are, indeed, sound. According to the lead investigators, up to 30% of jobs can be automated with AI.
Which jobs are in trouble due to AI?
As AI usage becomes more prevalent, the study discovered that the most affected jobs are in finance, law, business, management roles, and clerical work.
Below, take a look at the specific jobs that are in jeopardy.
Business analysts and management consultants
Financial managers and directors
Charted and certified accountants
Psychologists
Purchasing managers and directors
Economists, statisticians, actuaries
Business and financial project management professionals
Finance and investment analysts, advisors
Legal professionals
Business and related associate professionals
Credit controllers
Solicitors
Civil engineers
Education advisors and school inspectors
HR and administrative occupations
Business, research, and administrative professionals
Financial account managers
Bookkeepers, payroll managers, and wages clerks
National government administrative occupations
Marketing associate professionals
The study also delved into professions that will be least affected by AI, including athletes, roofers, elementary construction occupations, plasterers, steel erectors, and vehicle cleaners.
Interested in taking a deeper dive into this study? Check out “The Impact of AI on UK Jobs and Training.”
Topics
Artificial Intelligence
